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Family matters

The Magistrates’ Court of Victoria does not deal with divorces and some venues may not hear family law matters. See the Federal Circuit Court of Australia website for information about divorces. 

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Family violence

Family violence covers a range of behaviours committed by a person against a family member.

Family law

Family law focuses on issues involving family relationships such as adoption, divorce and child custody. 

Family violence intervention order

A court order to protect a person, their children and their property from a family member, partner or ex-partner.